Elizabeth “Bette” Leigh Black comes of age in the years before World War II. Although money is scarce in the aftermath of the Depression, her home life is happy and filled with love, and Bette dreams of one day having her own family. But as the war taints their sheltered world, Bette begins to realize life is sometimes cruel—and not everyone has the happiness she does.

Eagerly and secretly, she becomes involved in anti-Nazi espionage, even though it forces her to lie to her fiancé and others. After the war, she says “I do” and retires from her work, but she discovers that married life is not the happily-ever-after dream she imagined. When unexpected hardships arise, she is forced to rely on her own strength, make some painful decisions, and take the necessary steps to finally win true happiness.

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Quotes & Awards

“Lyn Cote weaves a powerful story of love, secrets, betrayal, and passion during the tumultuous years of World War II. Her unique blend of storytelling and dynamic characters brings this era of history to life.”

DiAnn Mills, author of When the Lion Roars

“Lyn Cote’s craftsmanship shines in Bette. Her beautiful plotting includes textured settings that jet you around the world into the lives of characters so real we think we know them. Add a heroine we can all admire, and once again the ladies of Ivy Manor grab hold of your heart and hang on.”

Lois Richer, author of Shadowed Secrets

“Like finding the missing piece of a favorite puzzle...What a treasure! A fresh presentation of a world I didn’t know. I loved this page-turner!”

Pat Marr, award-winning author of Angel in Disguise

“A romance of epic proportions, absorbing and satisfying, that never lets you forget how the Father takes you just as you are and that His love can bring you home from the farthest journey. Cote has written a winner. You will remember this heroine long after the final page is turned.”

Deborah Bedford, author of A Morning Like This and If I Had You

Listener Opinions

Katie | 10/3/2013

" Interesting walk through relationships and WWII (she is recruited to be a female spy). "

Kim | 3/29/2013

" didn't like it as well as the first, perhaps because I could relate better to Chloe. still an enjoyable read "

Roxanne Rustand | 7/29/2012

" Another great book in this series! "

Mary | 2/19/2012

" I loved reading the book. I thought it was a great way of cont to the first book. I loved Bette as a character. I also thought the plot was very well written. I felt bad for Bette when Curt turned out to be a jerk. Now I can not wait to read the next book in the series. "

Leanne | 12/9/2011

" Even better than the first one! "

Marion | 12/7/2011

" Terrific series about strong women. "

Rose Springer | 2/24/2011

" 2nd generation of the Ivy Manor Ladies--takes place during WWII. "

Christina | 11/30/2010

" While a fun read, this one wasn't as good as her first in the series, Chloe. I'm not even sure I could tell you why, but I just wasn't able to get into this one as much. "

Katie | 7/9/2010

" Interesting walk through relationships and WWII (she is recruited to be a female spy).
"

Roxanne | 8/19/2009

" Another great book in this series!
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Marion | 6/18/2009

" Terrific series about strong women.
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Christina | 1/28/2009

" While a fun read, this one wasn't as good as her first in the series, Chloe. I'm not even sure I could tell you why, but I just wasn't able to get into this one as much.
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About the Author

Lyn Cote (pronounced “co-tee”) is the award-winning author of historical novels. She was born in Texas, grew up in Illinois on the shores of Lake Michigan, and raised two children in Iowa. She now lives in northern Wisconsin with her husband and two cats.

About the Narrator

Kate Fleming (a.k.a. Anna Fields) (1965–2006), winner of more than a dozen Earphones Awards and the prestigious Audie Award in 2004, was one of the most respected narrators in the industry. Trained at the Actors Theatre of Louisville, she was also a director, producer, and technician at her own studio, Cedar House Audio.

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